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BASC statement on Pet Theft Taskforce recommendations

Following the publication of the Pet Theft Taskforce policy paper, Glynn Evans, head of game and gundogs at the British Association for Shooting and Conservation (BASC), said: “BASC welcomes the government’s commitment to tackle the reported increase in pet theft through the publication of the Pet Theft Taskforce policy paper. While incidents of dog theft… Read more »

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Senedd committee urged to review shooting’s important contribution

The British Association for Shooting and Conservation (BASC) has responded to the Senedd Economy, Trade, and Rural Affairs Committee consultation, asking for an enquiry to be undertaken into the contribution shooting makes to the Welsh economy.   BASC has asked that the enquiry also considers the Welsh Government’s policy towards shooting, following recent correspondence from… Read more »

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Tony Blair promises new laws on gun crime following a spate of shootings
PM promises tougher stance on gun crime

The prime minister has promised that the government will respond to police calls for a tougher stance on gun crime. Speaking to BBC One’s Sunday AM programme, Tony Blair indicated that the government will move for the mandatory five year sentence for possession of a gun to be imposed on anyone over 18. At present,… Read more »

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David Cameron has said there should be a national effort to save the family
Cameron: National effort needed to save the family

David Cameron has today said there should be a national effort to save the family in the UK. He announced plans to “compel” fathers to stay with children, to introduce tax breaks for marriage, and schemes to instil a sense of social responsibility in the nation’s youth. “If we are to rebuild our broken society… Read more »